Poll of the Day > should i be scared to take lithium? questions.

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i don't know what exactly is so bad about it but, after so many medications that don't help with my depression, the medicine provider prescribed it. i haven't had an official diagnosis of bipolar, but if i did it would be more bipolar 2 as i've never had full on manic. i have severe long bouts of depression, then out of nowhere i get very euphoric feeling like hypomania. right now i'm in that state the past few days.
i also have asperger's which i was diagnosed real young and possible ADHD as well. all very stressful mental health conditions.

well my mom picked up the lithium today, its 300 mg once at night and i'm kinda scared to start it, especially when feeling that hypomanic feeling right now i'm kind of thinking about starting it once i shift back to my depressive state.

the doctor said that if i reach 600 mg and up i'd have to take blood work so here's where my questions come in. how often would you have to take blood work? i am not going to be able to get blood work much if at all. i live with my mom and younger siblings and the younger siblings take most priority so i'm rarely if at all able to go anywhere. is 300 mg usually effective enough for depression states?

thank you.

Don't be scared to take your medication if it was prescribed by a doctor. Do yourself a favor and start taking it now.

Any psych medication has the potential to cause problems, but if your doctor has recommended it, you can probably trust that it'll work out in your favour. Keep an eye out for any side effects they warned you about and reach out to them if you have any questions or concerns, and you should be good.

Don't get medical advice on a video game board.

BlackScythe0 posted...

Don't get medical advice on a video game board.

this but also if it makes you feel weird you should probably call your doctor.

For what it's worth my brother, who suffered a psychotic break twice and was diagnosed bipolar, is also taking Lithium, with way higher doses than yours, and he's improved massively once he found the right blend of meds.

Please follow your doctor's prescriptions and take your meds.

But also, you are the only one who knows your body the best. If you feel like there's something wrong don't be afraid to speak up about it and consult with your doctor for possible changes or even get a second opinion.

RJP_X posted...

i don't know what exactly is so bad about it but, after so many medications that don't help with my depression, the medicine provider prescribed it. i haven't had an official diagnosis of bipolar, but if i did it would be more bipolar 2 as i've never had full on manic. i have severe long bouts of depression, then out of nowhere i get very euphoric feeling like hypomania. right now i'm in that state the past few days.
i also have asperger's which i was diagnosed real young and possible ADHD as well. all very stressful mental health conditions.

well my mom picked up the lithium today, its 300 mg once at night and i'm kinda scared to start it, especially when feeling that hypomanic feeling right now i'm kind of thinking about starting it once i shift back to my depressive state.

the doctor said that if i reach 600 mg and up i'd have to take blood work so here's where my questions come in. how often would you have to take blood work? i am not going to be able to get blood work much if at all. i live with my mom and younger siblings and the younger siblings take most priority so i'm rarely if at all able to go anywhere. is 300 mg usually effective enough for depression states?

thank you.

They take blood because lithium can damage your thyroid. My thyroid is permanently damaged due to lithium. I wish the doctors had warned me of this possibility before I took it.

Guys I've been modded on this board for giving "bad medical advice" before I strongly suggest you guys not give this guy medical advice.

Sulugnaz posted...

listen to your doctor isnt bad medical advice.

What if your doctor is Jordan Peterson?

Revelation34 posted...

What if your doctor is Jordan Peterson?

Then he's not legally allowed to prescribe medication and it's a moot point.